by Joe Walker

The family of a man killed on a notorious railway crossing have described him as “one of the kindest people you could ever meet”.

The tribute was paid to dad-of-two Anthony Sait, who died on Monday after he was hit by a train on an isolated foot crossing at Glebe Way, Whitstable.

He was the third person killed at the spot in less than two months, following the deaths of local women Jan Graham and Anne Nacci.

The 40-year-old, of Windmill Road, Whitstable, was best known in the town for running the Tudor Tea Rooms in Harbour Street.

In a statement released by British Transport Police, his family said: “We would appreciate peace and quiet to grieve for and remember Anthony, who has left us all far too soon.

“Anthony was a fantastic husband and father of two – one of the kindest people you could ever meet.

“We would like to thank everyone for their messages of support and goodwill, and to extend our sympathy to all of those who knew Anthony.”

A card left with flowers at the scene read: “Always in our hearts Anton. Love your Tudor girls”.

An inquest into Mr Sait’s death has been opened and adjourned by the coroner.